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Ministry of Education
Government is working to create greater synergy between education and skills for making a future-ready workforce – Union Education Minister
Building skill capacity is key to enhance productivity and drive the economy ahead – Shri Dharmendra Pradhan
Union Education Minister addresses CII’s virtual special plenary session on ‘Job Creation & Entrepreneurship – Way Ahead for Livelihood Generation’
Addressing the CII’s virtual special plenary session on ‘Job Creation & Entrepreneurship – Way Ahead for Livelihood Generation’, Union Education and Skill Development Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the economy is growing at a rapid pace and the future of India is looking very promising. He added that building skill capacity is a key to enhance productivity and drive the economy ahead.
Shri Pradhan highlighted that continuous efforts are being made to equip our youth with the 21st Century Skills. He said that as envisioned in the National Education Policy  -2020, the Government is working to create greater synergy between education and skills for making a future-ready workforce. NEP will contribute in creating a robust education ecosystem and eventually facilitating economic growth, he added.
The Minister informed that Educational institutions and skill development centers have been affected during the pandemic but Government ensured continuity of education by developing digital content at a large scale. He further informed that in the near future every village will be connected with high-speed Internet and these mass-scale digitization efforts are creating new education, skilling, and entrepreneurial ecosystems.
Shri Pradhan stressed that teachers play an important role in building society and technology is reshaping society. With the greater advent of technology and changing society, our teachers need to be re-skilled and up-skilled, he added.
Shri Pradhan urged that as we celebrate “Azaadi ka Amrut Mahotsav”, we must work together to make our youth future-ready who will lead India towards the goal of an Aatmanirbhar Bharat. He stated that with this goal, India is going to witness rapid economic growth and will become the engine of global growth. The Minister called upon the industry to contribute to this mission.
Shri Ajay Shriram, Chairman and Senior MD, DCM Shriram Ltd, Shri Chandrajit Banerjee, Director General, CII , Dr. Gayathri Vasudevan , Pratham Education Foundation and other industry experts attended the session.
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
Central Vigilance Commissioner Sh. Sanjay Kothari calls on MoS Dr Jitendra Singh
Shri Sanjay Kothari, Central Vigilance Commissioner called on Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State for Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions and the PMO, after assuming charge of his new office. Previously Shri Kothari was Secretary to the President of India.
He apprised Dr. Jitendra Singh that the jurisdiction of the Central Vigilance Commission has been extended over the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir under the Prevention of Corruption Act.
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Prime Minister's Office
PM Modi's meeting with PM of Bhutan
Prime Minister of Bhutan Dr. Lotay Tshering graced the swearing-in ceremony of the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on 30th May, 2019.
In the bilateral meeting today, Prime Minister Dr. Lotay Tshering congratulated Prime Minister Modi for his re-assumption of office following an emphatic victory in the recently concluded general elections in India. He also conveyed the felicitations of H.M. the King of Bhutan and the goodwill and wishes of the people of Bhutan to the Prime Minister and people of India. Prime Minister Dr. Tshering said that he looked forward to continue working closely with PM Modi and the Government of India. In this regard, he reiterated the invitation for PM Modi to visit Bhutan at the earliest.
Prime Minister Modi warmly thanked the Prime Minister of Bhutan for his kind gesture of attending the swearing-in ceremony and also for his good wishes. He conveyed that India deeply values its development partnership including co-operation in the hydro-power sector with Bhutan. He reiterated Government of India’s firm commitment to partner Bhutan steadfastly in its quest for greater prosperity and well-being. Prime Minister Modi accepted the invitation to visit Bhutan on mutually convenient dates.
The meeting was held in a warm and friendly atmosphere, reflecting the spirit of trust, co-operation and understanding that characterize the close and friendly relations between the two countries.
Ministry of Finance
Exchange Rate Notification No. 02/2023 - Customs 
In exercise of the powers conferred by section 14 of the Customs Act, 1962 , and in supersession of the Notification No. 109/2022-Customs, dated 15th December, 2022 except as respects things done or omitted to be done before such supersession, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs hereby determines that the rate of exchange of conversion of each of the foreign currencies specified in column  of each of Schedule I and Schedule II annexed hereto, into Indian currency or vice versa, shall, with effect from 6th January, 2023, be the rate mentioned against it in the corresponding entry in column  thereof, for the purpose of the said section, relating to imported and export goods.
SCHEDULE-I
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Australian Dollar
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57.75
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55.30
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Bahraini Dinar
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226.55
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213.05
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Canadian Dollar
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62.35
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60.30
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Chinese Yuan
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12.20
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11.85
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Danish Kroner
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12.00
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11.60
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EURO
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89.50
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86.30
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Hong Kong Dollar
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10.80
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10.40
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Kuwaiti Dinar
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278.75
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262.10
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New Zealand Dollar
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53.45
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51.05
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Norwegian Kroner
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8.35
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8.05
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Pound Sterling
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101.45
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98.10
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Qatari Riyal
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23.30
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21.90
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Saudi Arabian Riyal
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22.70
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21.35
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Singapore Dollar
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62.75
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60.7
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South African Rand
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5.05
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4.75
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Swedish Kroner
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8.00
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7.75
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Swiss Franc
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90.80
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87.40
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Turkish Lira
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4.55
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4.30
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UAE Dirham
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23.25
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21.85
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US Dollar
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83.70
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81.95
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63.70
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6.70
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6.30
Department of Space
Space technology applications being used for digital education in the country.
Government today said that space technology applications being used for digital education in the country. Satellite communication is being used for beaming the educational contents in digital mode by 19 States and A&N Islands under Tele-education Programme. Further, the Bhaskaracharya National Institute for Space Applications and Geo-informatics  is also beaming 51 educational channels using satellite communication.
Apart from this, Indian Institute of Remote Sensing is actively involved in training beneficiaries  on Space Technology and its Applications using digital platforms. During the last one year, about 2.42 lakh participants benefitted from these programmes.
The Space Sector is opened up for larger participation of non-governmental entities which is expected to bring in wide opportunities to provide space based applications including digital education.
This was stated by Union Minister of State  Science & Technology; Minister of State  Earth Sciences; MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh today in a written reply to a question in the Rajya Sabha.
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Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas
PRODUCTION OF BIO-DIESEL FROM EDIBLE OIL
The National Policy on Biofuels-2018 has identified various feedstocks such as non-edible oilseeds, used cooking oil , animal tallow, acid oil etc., for production of bio-diesel. An indicative target of 5% blending of bio-diesel in diesel /direct sale of bio-diesel by 2030 has already been outlined under the National Policy on Biofuels-2018. Sixty one plants are currently registered with Public Sector Oil Marketing Companies for supply of bio-diesel produced from various feedstocks. These plants are operational in the private sector. At present, there is no proposal for Public - Private Partnerships  for manufacturing bio-diesel.
This information was given by the Minister of State in the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, Shri Rameswar Teli, in a written reply in the Lok Sabha today.
Prime Minister's Office
CAG has a great role in developing Time bound and outcome based system of working in the country: PM
PM addresses Conclave of Accountants General and Deputy Accountants General
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressed Conclave of Accountants General and Deputy Accountants General here today. Speaking on the occasion, Prime Minister said that the time bound and outcome based system of working is developing in the country and CAG has a great role in that. This is being made possible as lot of hard work goes into the work performed by CAG and particularly by the field offices of the CAG. Because of such dedicated auditors the credibility and strength of CAG has come into form, he added. He emphasized that to bring a change in such an old established institution, itself is a great challenge.
Prime Minister said that talking of reforms is fancy today but the actual reform occurs when the entire rank and file is fully ready with complete honesty to bring reform with full dedication and this is applicable to every government and every organisation of the country and CAG is also included in that. He added that changes have also come in the audit process of the CAG. Whatever CAG does will have direct impact on the governance. CAG audit process should also not take too much time. CAG also has to progress towards CAG plus.
Ministry of Home Affairs
Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah hails the grant of FCRA clearance to the Sri Harmandir Sahib as a pathbreaking and historic decision
“Modi Govt’s decision to allow FCRA to the Sri Harmandir Sahib deepens the connect of Seva between the Sangat globally and the Sri Darbar Sahib”
“PM Narendra Modi is blessed that Wahe Guru ji has taken Seva from him”
“The decision on FCRA at the Sri Harmandir Sahib is a pathbreaking one which will once again showcase the outstanding spirit of service of our Sikh sisters and brothers”
Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah today hailed the grant of FCRA clearance to the Sri Harmandir Sahib as a pathbreaking and historic decision.
Shri Amit Shah said in a tweet, “Sri Darbar Sahib’s divinity gives strength to us. For decades, the Sangat worldwide was unable to serve there. Modi Government’s decision to allow FCRA to the Sri Harmandir Sahib deepens the connect of Seva between the Sangat globally and the Sri Darbar Sahib. A blessed moment!”.
The Union Home Minister also said, “the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji is blessed that Wahe Guru ji has taken Seva from him. The decision on FCRA at the Sri Harmandir Sahib is a pathbreaking one which will once again showcase the outstanding spirit of service of our Sikh sisters and brothers”.
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs  on Wednesday, September 9, 2020, granted registration to the Sachkhand Sri Harmandir Sahib, Sri Darbar Sahib, Punjab. This association had applied for registration under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act , 2010 on 27.05.2020. The registration shall remain valid for 5 years from the date of issue.
Before granting registration to Sachkhand Sri Harmandir Sahib, Sri Darbar Sahib, Punjab, the application of this association was examined in accordance with the provisions laid down in FCRA, 2010 and the Foreign Contribution  Rules , 2011.
Various inputs received from relevant quarters and documents submitted by the association along with the application, established that this association fulfills criteria prescribed under FCRA, 2010 and rules under it.
The association named Sachkhand Sri Harmandir Sahib, Sri Darbar Sahib, popularly known as Golden Temple based at Amritsar, Punjab was created in 1925 under the Sikh Gurdwara Act, 1925 with objectives to offer free Langar to public/devotees round the clock, financial help to poor and needy, students, financial assistance for medical treatment to needy persons and offering services during Natural disasters. The association was receiving domestic donations, to fulfil these objectives. Now, with permission from the MHA, the association is enabled to receive foreign contribution and utilize these contributions for the stated objectives in compliance with provisions of FCRA, 2010.
Ministry of Finance
Clarification regarding applicability of Tax Collection at Source to small Debit/Credit Transactions under LRS
Concerns have been raised about the applicability of Tax Collection at Source  to small transactions under the Liberalized Remittance Scheme  from July 1, 2023. To avoid any procedural ambiguity, it has been decided that any payments by an individual using their international Debit or Credit cards upto Rs 7 lakh per financial year will be excluded from the LRS limits and hence, will not attract any TCS.
Existing beneficial TCS treatment for education and health payments will also continue.
The necessary changes to the Rules , 2000) will be issued separately.
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the signing of Memorandum of Understanding  between India and Turkmenistan on Cooperation in the field of Disaster Management.
The MoU seeks to put in place a system, whereby both India and Turkmenistan will be benefited from the Disaster Management mechanisms of each other and it will help in strengthening the areas of preparedness, response and capacity building in the field of Disaster Management.
The MoU envisages cooperation on a mutually beneficial basis in the following areas:
- Monitoring and forecasting emergencies and assessment of their consequences;
ii. Interaction, through Competent Authorities, between appropriate organizations involved in disaster management;
iii. Joint planning, development and implementation of research projects, exchange of scientific and technical publications and results of research works in the field of disaster management;
iv. Exchange of information, periodicals or any other publications, video and photo materials, as well as technologies, as mutually agreed within the scope of this MoU;
v. Organization of joint conferences, seminars, workshops as well as exercises and trainings in the relevant fields;
vi. Exchange of experts and experiences in disaster management;
vii. Training and capacity building of first responders in search and rescue operations; exchange of trainees and experts to facilitate capacity building in the field of disaster management;
viii. Rendering assistance, as mutually agreed, for providing technical facilities and equipment, enhancing early warning systems and capacity building of the Parties in disaster management;
ix. Providing assistance, as mutually agreed, in emergency response;
x. Mutual assistance sharing of knowledge and expertise for creation of disaster resilient infrastructure;
xi. Rendering quality management systems, as mutually agreed in accordance with the internationally recognized standards;
xii. Any other activities related to disaster management, which may be mutually agreed by the Competent Authorities of the Parties;
At present, India has signed the bilateral / multilateral Agreement / MoU / Joint Declaration of Intent / Memorandum of Cooperation for cooperation in the field of Disaster Management with Switzerland, Russian, SAARC, Germany, Japan, Tajikistan, Mongolia, Bangladesh and Italy.
Ministry of Power
Steps to reduce cost of power generation
Government of India have taken the following steps to reduce the cost of power generation and resultant reduction in cost of electricity to consumers:
 The Government in May, 2016 allowed flexibility in utilization of domestic coal by State/Central Gencos amongst their generating stations to reduce the cost of power generation by allocating more coal to their most efficient plants as well as by saving in transportation cost. The States may also transfer their linkage coal to IPPs selected through bidding process and take equivalent power.
 Rationalization of linkage sources of State/Central Gencos and IPPs with a view to optimize transportation cost has been allowed.
 The Government has introduced the SHAKTI  Transparently in India)-2017 Scheme to provide coal linkages to the power plants which do not have linkage, thus helping the generators to get cheaper coal and thereby reduction in cost of generation.
 A Merit Order Despatch System has been put in place for Inter State Generating Stations under which electricity from more efficient/lower cost plant are despatched first.
This information was given by Shri R.K. Singh , Union Minister for Power and New and Renewable Energy in a written reply in Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Electronics & IT
MyGov launches innovation challenge for creating Indian Language Learning App
Aims to take forward PM'S Vision of celebrating India's Cultural Diversity
MyGov, the citizen engagement platform of the Government of India, in partnership with Department of Higher Education has launched an Innovation Challenge for creating an Indian Language Learning App. This Innovation Challenge has been launched to take forward Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of celebrating India’s cultural diversity through greater interaction among its constituent parts.
MyGov has launched the Innovation Challenge to create an app that will enable individuals to learn simple sentences of any Indian language and acquire working knowledge of a language. The objective of this challenge is to create an app that will promote regional language literacy, thereby creating greater cultural understanding within the country. The key parameters that will be looked into will include ease of use, simplicity, Graphical User Interface, gamification features, UI, UX and superior content, that makes it easy and fun to learn an Indian language.
The Innovation Challenge is open to Indian individuals, startups and companies. MyGov envisions the app to be multi-modular, with the capacity to teach through the written word, voice and video/visuals. App developers can propose multiple interfaces for engagement of learners. The innovation challenge cab be accessed at https://innovateindia.mygov.in/indian-language-app-challenge/. All terms and conditions for the challenge are also stated in that page and participants are encouraged to visit the site.
The Innovation Challenge closes on 27 May 2021. Upon evaluation of submission of prototypes, the top 10 teams will be invited to make presentations and top 3 will be selected by a jury. The top 3 will receive funding of INR 20, 10 and 5 lakhs to make the apps better. The solutions would be evaluated based on broad parameters such as Innovation, Scalability, Usability, Interoperability, Ease of deployment/roll-out and Campaign.
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Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
Chairman of J&K Public Service Commission calls on Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh
Newly appointed Chairman of Jammu & Kashmir PSC  B R Sharma called on Union Minister of State for Personnel, Public Grievances and Pesions, Dr Jitendra Singh here today.
A 1984 batch IAS officer, Shri B R Sharma belongs to J&K Cadre and was Chief Secretary in the erstwhile State of Jammu & Kashmir before proceeding on deputation to the Central Government. He was later appointed Chairman SSC  and was re-employed for 2 years after superannuation. Recently, Sharma put in a request to DoPT  for being relieved from the post of Chairman SSC.
While wishing good luck to B R Sharma, Dr Jitendra Singh expressed the need to promptly revive the recruitment process to various posts in the new Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. He said, as Chairman PSC of the new Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir, Sharma has crucial responsibility ahead, for which his long administrative experience and knowledge of Jammu & Kashmir will be of help.
Shri.Sharma thanked Dr Jitendra Singh for his continued support and guidance. He also thanked the Minister for advising him during his tenure as Chairman SSC while handling some of the crucial decisions pertaining to the selection process and other related matters.
Shri Sharma also gave Dr Jitendra Singh an update of the current status of the various selection processes under SSC which had got disturbed due to COVID pandemic. He said, it had been an honour for him to serve in the highly important position of Chairman SSC, particularly at a time when the Government of India is seeking to bring in maximum transparency and objectivity in selection to various governments posts.
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Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister's visit to the Heliopolis War Memorial
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi visited the Heliopolis Commonwealth War Grave Cemetery in Cairo during his State Visit to Egypt.
Prime Minister paid homage to over 4300 valiant Indian soldiers who sacrificed their lives in Egypt and Aden during the 1st World War.
Prime Minister's Office
PM greets citizens on Dhanteras
Lauds the efforts of those working in the field of traditional medicine and Yoga
Shares recent speech at Global Ayush Summit
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted the citizens on the auspicious occasion of Dhanteras. Highlighting the close association of Dhanteras with health and wellness, the Prime Minister recognised the global attention drawn towards India’s traditional medicines & Yoga and lauded the efforts of those working in these fields. He also shared his recent speech at the Global Ayush Summit.
The Prime Minister tweeted;
“Greetings on the auspicious occasion of Dhanteras. May the people of our nation be blessed with abundance of good health and prosperity. May the spirit of wealth creation keep blossoming in our society.”
“Dhanteras also has a close association with health and wellness. In the recent years, India’s traditional medicines and Yoga have drawn global attention. I laud those working in these fields. Sharing my speech at the recent Global Ayush Summit.”
Prime Minister's Office
PM condoles loss of lives due to a fire in Secunderabad, Telangana
Announces ex-gratia from PMNRF
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief over the loss of lives due to a fire in Secunderabad, Telangana.
The Prime Minister has also announced an ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakhs to the next kin of deceased and Rs. 50,000 to those injured in the accident from Prime Minister's National Relief Fund .
The Prime Minister Office tweeted;
"Saddened by the loss of lives due to a fire in Secunderabad, Telangana. Condolences to the bereaved families. May the injured recover soon. Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF would be paid to the next of kin of each deceased. Rs. 50,000 would be paid to the injured: PM @narendramodi"
Special Service and Features
SSC exam for MTS and Havaldar in July
Staff selection Commission will be conducting open Competitive Computer Based Examination 'Multitasking  Staff , and Havaldar in Central Bureau of Indirect taxes and Customs  and Central Bureau of Narcotics in July, 2022. Applications may be submitted online at https://ssc.nic.in before April 30th. Candidates must have passed SSLC or equivalent from a recognized board. Monthly gross salary is approximately Rs 31,000 at ‘A’ class city like Bangalore. For more details, candidates may visit www.ssckkr.kar.nic.in and www.ssc.nic.in or call at 080-25502520 and 9483862020.
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